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Santiago de Chilcas, Peru
Ancash · Peru
Santiago de Chilcas is a small town in Ancash, Peru with a population of 350. Elevation: 12,054 ft (3,674 m). Average temperature: 67°F (20°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Santiago de Chilcas
Ocros is a village in central Peru, capital of the Ocros District.
People
Climate
| Population | 350 |
| Population Density | 2 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 12,054 ft (3,674 m) |
| Coordinates | -10.4386°, -77.3659° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Ancash |
| Average Temperature | 67°F (20°C) |
| January Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 13.7 inches (348 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Santiago de Chilcas
Santiago de Chilcas is a small town in Peru (Ancash) with a population of 350. The city sits at an elevation of 12,054 feet (3,674 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 67°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 65°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 13.7 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 67.4°F |
| 25% above Peru avg | |
| January Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| Sunny Days | 354 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 12,054 ft (3,674 m) |
| Area | 158.8 sq mi (411.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 2/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -10.4386°N, 77.3659°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 30.0 m (98 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1971 | CHUNGAR | Meteorological | 30.0 m | 600 | 119 km |
| 2010 | 513 LAKE, HUALCAN GLACIER | Meteorological | 23.0 m | 1 | 132 km |
| 1966 | CENTRAL PERU | Earthquake | 3.0 m | 110 | 143 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 65°F (18°C) | 3.0 in | |
| February | 53°F (12°C) | 3.9 in | |
| March | 53°F (11°C) | 5.4 in | Wettest |
| April | 52°F (11°C) | 1.3 in | |
| May | 51°F (10°C) | 0.2 in | |
| June | 49°F (9°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest |
| July | 69°F (21°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 49°F (9°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 50°F (10°C) | 0.2 in | |
| October | 51°F (11°C) | 0.7 in | |
| November | 52°F (11°C) | 0.7 in | |
| December | 52°F (11°C) | 1.1 in |
Santiago de Chilcas has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 49°F in June to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 16.6 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.4") and July the driest (0.0").
Schools in Santiago de Chilcas
4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa 20515 San Santiago | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 20515 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 20534 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 1001 La Rinconada | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Santiago de Chilcas
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Nova Prime | — | MP3 |
Stadiums & Teams in Santiago de Chilcas
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Santiago de Chilcas
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Huacho Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Patao Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pativilca Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Santiago de Chilcas?
Santiago de Chilcas has a population of 350 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 158.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Santiago de Chilcas?
Santiago de Chilcas enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 65°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 354 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 13.7 inches.